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TOP IDEA: Cameron Plommer I'm starting to realize that I don't need more information on HOW to do something. Instead what I find most useful is information (books, blogs, whatever) that inspires me to do something. Whether it's inspiration to learn a new topic, get in shape or be a better person. The How-to is only applicable at a low level because what works for one person may not work for another. With that said, what have you read or read regularly that inspires you?

52 weeks ago from Personal Development, Professional Development and Blogging Ideas1 more

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Steve: A wise older friend once told me "Before age 30, seek to be inspired. After 30, seek to be an inspiration." The wisdom of that has played out as ...MoreA wise older friend once told me "Before age 30, seek to be inspired. After 30, seek to be an inspiration." The wisdom of that has played out as I've networked with Gen Y folks a few years younger than me (I'm in my early 30s), and constantly been inspired by their energy and enthusiasm to tackle exciting projects.
33 weeks ago
Jacqueline M. Walters: Cameron Plommer. Please accept my invitation to join and log on to MoreCameron Plommer. Please accept my invitation to join and log on to www.talentmanagementnetwork.com to read some of my post. I am Jacqueline M. Walters. I strongly believe you will appreciate it.
1 week ago
 
TOP IDEA: Heath Port In the business world, a mission statement defines the purpose and guides an organization and spells out who/what it is to its stakeholders. I believe when career planning we should do the same thing a first step: ttp://tinyurl.com/7qahe28

1 week ago from Boulder, CO, Rocky Mountain Networking, Blogging Ideas and Denver Careerists2 more

JRandom42: Classic Dilbert on mission statements:

MoreClassic Dilbert on mission statements:

http://tinyurl.com/6rvqjof

http://tinyurl.com/83vtyyb

1 week ago
 
Suzanne Kaplan Hello All, just wanted to let people know that Monday, 1/30, I'm featuring a Q&A with Penelope Trunk on my blog http://jobtalknj.com/. She was so wonderful to talk to!

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Page Wondering if the e-course I teach in website design & marketing for creatives would work for bloggers as well? http://pageteaches.com/?p=2278

3 weeks ago from Blogging Ideas

Keith: I wanted to give you some feedback, but couldn't access your link (oops! this content is for members only). Hopefully some of your students will ...MoreI wanted to give you some feedback, but couldn't access your link (oops! this content is for members only). Hopefully some of your students will respond. In general, I think a sound education in web design and writing will help anyone who decides to put up a blog, store or site.
3 weeks ago
Page: Thanks for the feedback Keith, and the heads up on the link. It was set for my site subscribers only. Here's a link to the site itself:
MoreThanks for the feedback Keith, and the heads up on the link. It was set for my site subscribers only. Here's a link to the site itself:
http://pageteaches.com/
3 weeks ago
 
Brett Kunsch I'm rebranding and revamping my website/blog this month. I've heard Genesis and Thesis are great, and want something that a non-developer (i.e. ME) can use. I want to be able to basically do anything my crazy mind thinks up with with an easy to use design dash that integrates with Wordpress. Any recommendations? BIG thanks all :)

56 weeks ago from Entrepreneurs, Professional Writers and Editors, Wordpress Bloggers and Blogging Ideas2 more

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Edward Antrobus: Brett, What did you ultimately choose?
13 weeks ago
Page: I looove Genesis and use them in my e-courses for teaching people how to design and market themselves. After a few years of using other premium ...MoreI looove Genesis and use them in my e-courses for teaching people how to design and market themselves. After a few years of using other premium and free themes, I've found these to be the most solid. http://pageteaches.com/
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Pete Collins Do you delete any of your blog posts? My blogging is quite variable in terms of quality, so should I get rid of some older ones that I don't really like, don't link to, and have hardly got any views? It would increase the average quality of my posts, but decrease the quantity. What do you do?

54 weeks ago from Blogging Ideas, Brazen Bloggers, European Bloggers and Wordpress Bloggers2 more

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seanlsyy: delete old post,good idea
12 weeks ago
Page: I think it is a good idea to go back and review your posts periodically, and update them to reflect your blog's focus. Perhaps you didn't have a ...MoreI think it is a good idea to go back and review your posts periodically, and update them to reflect your blog's focus. Perhaps you didn't have a clear goal in mind when you started blogging? Go back and re-focus those old posts, clean up the writing and add some SEO into them to bring them up to speed.
3 weeks ago
 
TOP IDEA: Heath Port It's a New Year and time to retake stock of my priorities and make sure I am focusing my energy effectively! http://wp.me/p1MmA7-41

3 weeks ago from Blogging Ideas, Denver Careerists, Rocky Mountain Networking and Boulder, CO2 more

 
Sadya Siddiqui I am starting a email series/ tutorials and I'm looking to link to blog posts written on the topics. I want the recipients to read more on the topics, and since the brazen community has some nifty bloggers, I figured I could promote some of them (No, I will not be 'stealing' your content.& no, there's no hidden catch) . Topics are: How to be a Better Writer / How to use Linkedin effectively / Why should you use twitter / How to make the best use of Facebook

12 weeks ago from Ask Penelope Trunk!, Brazen Careerist's Top 50 Gen-Y Companies, I am Gen Y and Blogging Ideas2 more

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Suzanne Kaplan: Hi Sadya, I'm really interested in how to use LinkedIn effectively, and would love to post a guest article about it on my blog, jobtalknj. It is ...MoreHi Sadya, I'm really interested in how to use LinkedIn effectively, and would love to post a guest article about it on my blog, jobtalknj. It is actually on my list of topics I want to blog about, since I am not exploring LinkedIn and other networking sites for career networking. Please let me know your thoughts. I can write a brief blog post and link it something you've written. Or I can share a copy of an article you've written and link it to other work you do. I'm new to this site, so I hope I'm using it correctly...
Sincerely,

Suzanne Kaplan
5 weeks ago
Sadya Siddiqui: Hi Suzanne, could you please DM your email address.
5 weeks ago
 
Lindsay Rothman For many people, it's salary & performance review time. How do you get your employer to give you the raise you think you deserve in a tough economy? http://bit.ly/sLBMMQ

7 weeks ago from Blogging Ideas

 
Sadya Siddiqui I am starting a email series/ tutorials and I'm looking to link to blog posts written on the topics. I want the recipients to read more on the topics, and since the brazen community has some nifty bloggers, I figured I could promote some of them (No, I will not be 'stealing' your content.& no, there's no hidden catch) . Topics are: How to be a Better Writer / How to use Linkedin effectively / Why should you use twitter / How to make the best use of Facebook

12 weeks ago from Ask Penelope Trunk!, Brazen Careerist's Top 50 Gen-Y Companies, I am Gen Y and Blogging Ideas2 more

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Sadya Siddiqui: Thanks guys, I'll keep all of you posted when I use your links and start the email series.
11 weeks ago
Noel Rozny: @Sadya -- Awesome!
11 weeks ago
 
Bradley Bravard I'm a movie nut and have been collecting interesting movie quotes for years. I'm thinking about sharing these, maybe a "Movie Quote of the Day" kind of thing. I have no plans to monetize it, but might offer the database of quotes in exchange for a donation. And occasional links to movie reviews, trailers, etc. I'm uncertain about the best forum for this kind of thing. Facebook page? Wordpress? Tumblr? Something else? I'd really love some opinions on this.

11 weeks ago from Blogging Ideas

Linda A. Hamilton: Bradley,

I would use Wordpress and definitely shy away from Facebook. It's my understanding that anything posted to Facebook like that can be ...MoreBradley,

I would use Wordpress and definitely shy away from Facebook. It's my understanding that anything posted to Facebook like that can be used by Facebook for its own purposes so in a sense you lose your exclusive rights to it. This includes pictures and any other content posted to your walls or pages. While you don't plan on making money off your collection of quotes, you may in the future choose to use them for something else. By then, however, the really good ones could have been used by Facebook for other purposes and a question may arise as to whether the quote was initially yours or came from Facebook. Also, I don't use Facebook to look up that kind of information, I stick to websites that appear in a Google or Bing search.

Also, while WordPress can be challenging to a novice, many "experts" are available to help you and if you have the time, you can learn on your own about blog pages, web site creation, how to use and insert images or plug-ins, etc. I'm not familiar with Tumblr because keeping up with Facebook, my Wordpress website and related blog, Linked In account and Brazen Careerist participation is enough for me.

What I would find most interesting from a "Movie Quote of the Day" would be those from older movies circa 1920s, 1930s, and, of course, the current films and all the classics. I sometimes want a suitable quote for a project or blog and may recall it came from an older classic, so have to research it. Your information would likely be of interest to me.

Good luck with you endeavor, whichever way you choose to go.
11 weeks ago
Bradley Bravard: Thanks for the suggestions, Linda, that's all good advice. You make a good point about Facebook's onerous content policy, I tend to forget about ...MoreThanks for the suggestions, Linda, that's all good advice. You make a good point about Facebook's onerous content policy, I tend to forget about that. Thank you!
11 weeks ago
 
Jerri Do any of you accept advertising on your blog? How do you find advertisers that are interested?

13 weeks ago from Blogging Ideas

 
TOP IDEA: Heath Port There is so much to consider when planning long term for your career, but if you take a more strategic approach it can help sift through the noise. http://wp.me/p1MmA7-3W

13 weeks ago from Rocky Mountain Networking, Boulder, CO, Denver Careerists and Blogging Ideas2 more

Noel Rozny: I like this post and am definitely going to use some of these ideas as I start planning for the new year. Definitely leave room for surprises too. ...MoreI like this post and am definitely going to use some of these ideas as I start planning for the new year. Definitely leave room for surprises too. It's a cliche, but it's true: "life is what happens when you are busy making plans."
13 weeks ago
Heath Port: Thanks Noel. I agree. Definitely want to build flexibility into the structure. That's why I like approaching career planning this way. The ...MoreThanks Noel. I agree. Definitely want to build flexibility into the structure. That's why I like approaching career planning this way. The further out in the planning time line you go the more open you can keep it to compensate for life's changes and as you get closer to real time you can be more precise and deliberate. I plan to get more into this in the follow-up posts I have planned.
13 weeks ago
 
Brett Kunsch Aside from www.copyblogger.com and www.problogger.net, where do you go to learn how to be a more effective blogger? Have any stellar resources you want to share with the community?

59 weeks ago from Wordpress Bloggers, Blogging Ideas and Professional Writers and Editors1 more

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Kristen Fischer: I think learning AP style is a huge help!
58 weeks ago
Brett Kunsch: Good call. Strunk and White is also an invaluable resource! MoreGood call. Strunk and White is also an invaluable resource! http://amzn.to/e3xwgz
58 weeks ago
 
Alexis Dubief Fan Page Vs. Networked Blogs - Thoughts? I realize this is not necessarily an either/or question. But should I even bother with networked blogs and have people who follow me there OR via the fan page? Or is networked blogs an unnecessary step and I should focus exclusively on building up my presence via my own page? Anybody have any experience (good/bad) with the benefits/issue of networked blogs on FB? Thanks!

48 weeks ago from Blogging Ideas, Wordpress Bloggers and Brazen Bloggers1 more

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Ji Hyun Lee: Can't speak for Networked but Facebook fan page has been tremendous in getting traffic to my blog. Wld love to know wht others think about ...MoreCan't speak for Networked but Facebook fan page has been tremendous in getting traffic to my blog. Wld love to know wht others think about Networked Blogs.
48 weeks ago
Vincent: I was under the impression that they (I don't know whether it is FB or Networked blogs) was no longer supporting their FB application. I have a ...MoreI was under the impression that they (I don't know whether it is FB or Networked blogs) was no longer supporting their FB application. I have a Networked Blog thing on my FB page but can't tell you whether its been working for me or not.
48 weeks ago
 
Jesse Shy I have been shying away from writing about leadership on my blog because I did not think it fit with the theme. But now I realize that is exactly what my blog is about. Being the leader of you and your life. Not letting your life lead you. Hopefully I will be able to follow Corbett Barr's advice and write epic sh!t http://bit.ly/gOrma8 . If from now on I write something that is not epic, impactful or useful, you have permission to call me on it. http://www.holdtheplan.com

47 weeks ago from Blogging Ideas, Wordpress Bloggers and Inspiring Leadership1 more

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Megan Atkinson: Jesse - just subscribed via my Reader. I'd be more than happy to help you stay accountable to your epic/impactful/useful goal. :)
47 weeks ago
Jesse Shy: Thanks Megan, I have you in my reader too. Your "voice" really comes through.
46 weeks ago
 
Cameron Plommer Are Wordpress blogs on the downfall? What's your take on leverage Tumblr and YouTube as a vehicle to spread your brand, company and ideas?

44 weeks ago from Blogging Ideas, Wordpress Bloggers and Personal Branding1 more

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Andrew Shell: There does seem to be an increased willingness for people to become digital sharecroppers. I personally believe that people should take ownership ...MoreThere does seem to be an increased willingness for people to become digital sharecroppers. I personally believe that people should take ownership of their content and running their own blog whether that's WordPress, Drupal or whatever. It's just important not to create all your content inside of corporate silos. It's better for someone to publish on a WordPress blog with a plugin that pushes their posts to Tumblr, Facebook and Twitter.

YouTube is a little different because 1) it's hard for average people to encode and publish video on the web without the help of a YouTube, Vimeo, or the like. 2) They aren't creating their content on YouTube, but rather they are just publishing it. In theory they could cross post to Vimeo if YouTube banned them.
44 weeks ago
Ricardo: I think they are getting better
44 weeks ago
 
Mike Ambassador Bruny Looking for video blogging design and technique inspiration. Hit me with your favorite video blogging site--"Yes, I already know about Gary V and Wine Library T.V. What else you got. I just started www.ambassadorbruny.com. work in progress :-)

43 weeks ago from Wordpress Bloggers and Blogging Ideas

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Melissa Breau: @Mike - the founder, Eric, is a pretty cool guy generally willing to chat. I'd recommend shooting him an email and telling him you were interested ...More@Mike - the founder, Eric, is a pretty cool guy generally willing to chat. I'd recommend shooting him an email and telling him you were interested in his process. Feel free to mention that I recommended you check him out.
43 weeks ago
Mike Ambassador Bruny: Thanks @Melissa!
43 weeks ago

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: ety who have come to base their culture on what they see on TV, I think the main reason people watch these shows is that it shows something that ...Moreety who have come to base their culture on what they see on TV, I think the main reason people watch these shows is that it shows something that is "less than" what most people think of themselves as. People like to point and laugh at "stupid people". We're not allowed to do it in the "real world", so we turn to TV to provide a source of stupid people to laugh at.
57 weeks ago
Graham Burger: it's a good strategy - as long as woman believe it, we're sweet!
17 weeks ago
 
Vickie Elmer How long is too long? How do you set a word length for your blog posts? What is your top length? And how often do you go over that maximum? How much variety in length do you like to see? I'm struggling with these question now on my blog, as I strive to get back on track in posting.

24 weeks ago from Wordpress Bloggers and Blogging Ideas

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: Vickie - if you are not sure about SEO or post length install the Yoast SEO Wordpress plugin and just follow what it suggests for your post.

I'd ...MoreVickie - if you are not sure about SEO or post length install the Yoast SEO Wordpress plugin and just follow what it suggests for your post.

I'd mix it up. Try some very short blog posts, and some long ones. Try making a series of 3, 5, or 7 posts. There are no rules so make up your own and have fun along the way.
21 weeks ago
Rachel Williamson: I find that 300 t0 500 words allows you to make a point without losing the audience...they can always come back for more of your wisdom.
14 weeks ago
 
Heath Port I decided to starting writing reviews of books I have been reading as part of my blog. Here is the first one on "Lift - Becoming a Positive Force in Any Situation". http://wp.me/p1MmA7-3z

15 weeks ago from Blogging Ideas, Denver Careerists, Rocky Mountain Networking and Boulder, CO2 more

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Heath Port: @Vickie, yeah, I figured why not. I am already reading the books and figure someone could benefit from my thoughts on the book before reading it ...More@Vickie, yeah, I figured why not. I am already reading the books and figure someone could benefit from my thoughts on the book before reading it themselves. Plus, if other have read it and comment on it then will only enhance the benefit for everyone.
@Edward. Thanks for the tip. I will definitely check it out!
15 weeks ago
Mike Ambassador Bruny: @heath, that is great. I'm working on going through all of Seth Godins books. I started a Seth Godin Book Club on FB where I capture notes and ...More@heath, that is great. I'm working on going through all of Seth Godins books. I started a Seth Godin Book Club on FB where I capture notes and will put it all together at the end of the year. www.facebook.com/groups/sethgodinbookclub . Feel free to give it a look.
14 weeks ago
 
Heath Port I am fascinated with organizations' and individuals' behaviors as they navigate change. My latest post explores our natural reaction to change and some simple things to consider to be ready for change in a professional setting. "To Fear Change is Human. To Adapt is to Add Value." (http://wp.me/p1MmA7-3J). Would love to hear your suggestions on prepping for change as well!

15 weeks ago from Denver Careerists, Rocky Mountain Networking, Boulder, CO and Blogging Ideas2 more

 
Heath Port Have you effectively used lateral moves as part of your career path or do you see them as a career killer? http://wp.me/p1MmA7-3s

16 weeks ago from Mentors & Mentees, Blogging Ideas, Rocky Mountain Networking, Boulder, CO and Denver Careerists3 more

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Barbara: Lateral moves are a career killer, unless you are offered experience overseas, or certainly retards your career growth, if it is not at corporate HQ.
15 weeks ago
Heath Port: @Barbara, I think it depends on how you define "career growth." If we talking about purely moving up the ladder to the next title then you are ...More@Barbara, I think it depends on how you define "career growth." If we talking about purely moving up the ladder to the next title then you are probably right. For me I feel like my career grew as I gained more experiences and skills from each lateral move. I even made a lateral move from one large company to another. When I finally did move up the ladder, I was actually able to use the experiences from each move to get the promotions because I could show how each position helped prepare me for that new higher role. On the other hand I have seen people make lateral moves that did not seem connected mainly because they saw a higher paycheck or hated their current position. This made it harder for them to speak to why they had made lateral moves rather than upward ones. In that case, I would say that can hurt or slow down your career progression. Also, I think it comes down to the individual. Not everyone is motivated by climbing the ladder, some are more motivated by taking on new challenges and can be happy at a certain level. I have talked to more and more recruiters that don't necessarily see this as a bad thing like they did in the past. As long as you can show that you are effective at what you do and can learn something new and solve the problems they are looking to have solved.
15 weeks ago
 
Stephen Chan Hi all! I am starting a new blog topic and I wish to hear some feedback. Please comment on this question: What do you think of when you hear the word "Cheesy Fusion"?

16 weeks ago from Blogging Ideas

Gill England: Mmmmmmm. Cheeese.....*homer simpson gurgle*
16 weeks ago
Rob Smart: Radioactive Gouda?
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